Industrial Electrician - 2nd/3rd Shift, 401k Match

Caterpillar; Morton (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-One medical, dental, vision

401(k) with 75% match up to 6%

$5,000 retention bonus

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Morton, Illinois is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician for 2nd and 3rd shifts in a year‑round, climate‑controlled environment.

You will diagnose, repair, and maintain electrical and electronic systems, including CNC/PLC controlled equipment, and support system startups. Must have a high school diploma or GED and 3+ years of relevant electrical/electronic experience; 2+ years of mechanical installation/repair is also required.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED; technical degree preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years electrical or electronic experience in industrial settings.
• 2+ years mechanical installation/repair experience.
• Ability to read electrical schematics/blueprints and interpret diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical/electronic/CNC/PLC equipment.
• Troubleshoot material-handling systems, conveyors, VFDs, PLCs, and industrial equipment.
• Read and interpret complex schematics, blueprints, and diagrams.
• Perform preventative maintenance on power distribution and plant equipment.
• Support installation and startup of new electrical equipment.
• Follow safety practices (OSHA, LOTO, NFPA 70E).

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Read blueprints & schematics

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting electrical/electronic

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree/diploma (preferred)

Tools

PLC diagnostics

Industrial automation

Job description

Caterpillar Inc. in Morton, Illinois is seeking an experienced Industrial Electrician for 2nd and 3rd shifts in a year‑round, climate‑controlled environment.

You will diagnose, repair, and maintain electrical and electronic systems, including CNC/PLC controlled equipment, and support system startups. Must have a high school diploma or GED and 3+ years of relevant electrical/electronic experience; 2+ years of mechanical installation/repair is also required.